Nurse RN or LPN 3:00pm to 11:00 pm Part Time Rotating Weekends - Kindred House

About the role

We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial nursing assessment for clients within 24 hours of admission in accordance with established program policies and state regulation.
• Arrange appropriate appointments with Health Care Providers to secure complete physical examinations, as well as required additional health screenings and supplemental tests.
• Administer medications, as well supervise the self-administered medications, where appropriate and allowed by regulation.
• Maintain adequate inventory of medical supplies and accurate records of same in compliance with governing regulations and agency policy.
• Counsel clients on nutrition, health care, self-care, symptom management etc.
• Ensure that clients have appropriate medical coverage to guarantee safety, adequate care, and provider compliance for payment.
• Ensure proper storage of supplies as required by regulation.
• Absorb and facilitate special events, including, but not limited to: staff training, staff retreat, workshops and facility events.
• Implement health seminars, including, but not limited to: HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc.
• Participate in treatment/multidisciplinary team meetings, as directed.
• Implement and assure adherence to infection control policies and practices.
• Provide education for clients regarding health, nutrition, safety, and medication compliance.
• Maintain LPN/RN license with good standing.
• Other related duties as assigned by Nurse Manager or designee

Qualifications

• Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing. Must have good standing license (LPN or RN) valid in the state in which clinical will practice. Must also possess current CPR Certification.
• Experience: Substance Use Disorder and/or Mental Health/Co-occurring Disorders experience is strongly preferred!

Skills

• Strong nursing skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!

Pay

• LPN: $31.36 - $33.51 p/hr.
• RN: $34.38 - $46.26 p/hr.

Schedule

• Shift 2nd (3pm thru 11pm)- Part-Time
• PRN positions - 3 shifts per month are required.
• May be required to work shifts outside of assigned shifts during critical staffing shortages.
• The minimum holiday requirement is 1 major summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th, or Labor Day) and 1 major winter Holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day (night shift: New Year's Eve)).
• This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during inclement weather.